Leeds' James Donaldson has endured “tough” times recently so is looking forward to now making every chance count.
The experienced forward, 31, lines up in the big Betfred Challenge Cup sixth round tie against holders Wigan on Saturday. But facing the same opponents in last week’s Super League clash was his first outing since mid-March. Donaldson, normally a regular, was axed by Leeds boss Rohan Smith and left out for eight games.
He dug in to help 12-man Rhinos sensationally beat Wigan 40-18 and is hoping for a repeat result this afternoon - just hopefully without getting a player sent-off. The ex-Bradford star said: “It felt really rewarding to be back. It’s been a tough time not being in. We won at St Helens and I found myself not in the team the week after following a good win and not a bad performance.
